Investment & Funding Analyst II

Job Description

AgFirst Farm Credit Bank provides financing, as well as a range of technology and other services, to a network of agricultural lenders in the United States and Puerto Rico. Located on Main Street in Columbia, S.C., AgFirst is committed to providing a comfortable, inclusive work environment. We believe in investing in our employees so they can help lead our $42 billion company into the future. If you are looking to fuel your professional development and gain exposure in the field of Finance apply today!

The Investment & Funding Analyst II assists with the daily management of the bank's money desk function. Prepares and summarizes funding reports. Ensures report accuracy and meets all reporting deadline requirements. Assists in monitoring and managing the bank's debt portfolio to include both short-term and long-term funds management. Approves and executes debt issuances. Responsible for all aspects of the liability portfolio reporting system for notes and bonds. Develops cash flow projections that are used in managing targeted cash levels. Assists with developing appropriate funding strategies on designated portfolios. Provides wholesale loan rate pricing to customers. Provides assistance with special projects as needed.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Reporting

• Prepare and/or review daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual reports distributed to Treasury, Financial Reporting, ALCO, Auditing, FCA and the Board of Directors

Funding Management

• Analyze and execute funding transactions including new debt issuance and call replacements in accordance with the bank's Risk Management Policy and within the Funding Department's portfolio allocations and limits

Money Desk Management

• Assist in analyzing daily liquidity and bank cash flows to ensure that the Bank is funded for operations and within regulatory parameters

Pricing Administration

• Analysis of loan pricing issues and/or questions are completed in a within specified time frames, including calculation and/or review custom quotes for loans with special characteristics

Special Projects

• Research, analyze, prepare, and perform special projects on behalf of the department as needed

Other

• Organize and update policies and procedures. Provide support to internal and external parties as needed

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related quantitative field
• Five or more years in banking, financial services or treasury
• Strong analytical skills
• High proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, Access, PowerPoint, VBA skills highly desirable)
• Bloomberg financial platform experience desirable
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively

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About Us

Are you ready for a career with us that will impact more than you ever imagined? At AgFirst, you have an opportunity to make a difference for agriculture and rural communities while elevating your career. When you work here, you are part of a cooperative that provides financing, technical support, and business services to banks in the national Farm Credit system. You can be part of the solution for those banks - our customers - as they make loans to more than 80,000 farmers, businesses, and homeowners in rural America. At AgFirst, we value your skills and unique perspective. We think you'll like the impact you can make here and the benefits you will enjoy. AgFirst is dedicated to fostering an engaged workplace that makes every employee feel valued, appreciated, and heard. We invest in our employees because they invest in us and work hard to make our bank successful. Among its range of benefits, AgFirst offers competitive pay, flexible work schedules, a corporate incentive plan, and even free coffee and soft drinks in the break room. If you're ready to impact more than you ever thought possible, we're ready for you!

While we offer a variety of lending and credit jobs, we're more than just an agricultural lending company. We have many roles in areas such as information technology and information security, as well as support services. No matter your career path, find a way to impact more with AgFirst!

OUR BRAND AND CULTURE

We want to make a difference in people's lives - and that includes yours! We strive to create a workplace environment where all employees feel welcome and open to bringing their whole selves to work. We have a diverse, talented workforce that helps us bring a well-rounded perspective to the solutions we provide. At AgFirst, we aim to give our employees room to grow both personally and professionally. We hope you will find more than just a job here. We hope you will find a fulfilling career that allows you to use your abilities to impact more.

OUR BENEFITS AND REWARDS

AgFirst believes employee satisfaction is built around a career that combines personal and professional accomplishment with financial rewards that help you build toward the future. We believe that compensation is more than just a paycheck. At AgFirst, you'll find a total rewards package that includes:

• Competitive pay, with paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave, as well as paid time off for volunteering.
• Corporate incentive plan with spot bonuses for top-notch work.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as life and disability insurance.
• Flexible spending and health savings accounts.
• Generous 401(k) matching contributions, as well as additional employer contributions.
• Reimbursement for approved higher education pursuits.
• A wellness program for employees, which includes resources for a healthier lifestyle.
• A Leadership Academy for professional development.
• Other perks, such as employee discounts, annual on-site flu shots, and even free periodic chair massages.

In addition, we are located in a modern office building in a revitalized business district on Main Street in Columbia, S.C., near multiple restaurants and shops. Our open floor plan features a variety of meeting areas, from cozy collaboration rooms to large meeting spaces - all equipped with state-of-the-art technology to meet your business needs.

Other benefits of our office building include:

• Free parking in an attached garage.
• An on-site restaurant.
• A newly renovated fitness center.
• On-site conveniences, such as dry cleaning.

Regular building events, such as luncheons and ice cream socials